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Spouse Spouts-Episode 56: PCSgrades Aug 23, 2017

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Yes, we're on the end of the summer moving season, but guess what, fall moving season is already happening. That means working with moving companies, finding a place to live, do you choose on base or off base, will you buy a house or rent? What about the moving company? How do you deal with them? Today we have some answers to those questions. Join Susan and Todd Ernst, from PCSgrades as they discuss moving in the military. Join Susan and Dave every Wednesday at 0930 EST for Spouse Spouts!

Spouse Spouts-Episode 55: Back To School Aug 16, 2017

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Back To School! It's either the best time of the year or the worst. For some of our military kids, they are starting a new school again. They are the new kid, again. For some of our military kids, this is their last year at their school. And for some of our military kids, they will start school for the first time. What can we do as parents and family members to help? There are many resources available. Military One Click has been writing about back to school for the last few weeks and will have a guest host, Tesha Jackson on today to share with us some tips to help our kids out. Join Susan and Dave every Wednesday at 0930 EST for Spouse Spouts!

Spouse Spouts-Episode 54: Cara Loken on her Military Spouse Legacy Project Aug 09, 2017

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Behind the Scenes is the title of Cara Loken's book. It's a look into military spouse life and what some spouses are doing to support others. Cara gathered 30 spouses to share some of their stories. What else is Cara up to? She's working on a children's book, supporting veterans through art, and more. Join Susan and Dave in their interview with Cara.

Spouse Spouts-Episode 53: MJ Boice from National Military Family Association Aug 02, 2017

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The National Military Family Association or NMFA is one of our oldest, most respected military family advocacy and support organizations. Who are they really, and what do they do for us? Today on Spouse Spouts we are fortunate to have MJ Boice from the communications staff at NMFA on the show, sharing with us what is happening in the military family community. We'll talk about Tricare, education, military children, and more. With so much happening, it's good to know we have friends and allies like NMFA looking out for us. Join Susan and Dave every Wednesday at 0930 EST for Spouse Spouts.

Spouse Spouts-Episode 52: Cybersecurity with Alex Jul 26, 2017

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I don't know about you all, but there are times when I worry about cybersecurity. Maybe worry isn't the right word, but I do have concerns. Is my online presence too much and puts my family at risk? What can I do, as my child is getting older, to ensure his online safety? I have so many questions and concerns. Fortunately, today on Spouse Spouts we have an expert here to help. Alex Brown knows about OPSEC (operational security) and PERSEC (personal security) and it here today to help us out. Questions about social media? Alex can answer them and give us tips and tools on how to be a little more, or a lot more safe online. Join Susan and Dave for Spouse Spouts every Wednesday at 0930 EST.

Spouse Spouts-Episode 50: It's Moving Time! Jul 12, 2017

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Summer fun at the beach, the pool, a lake, or maybe some camping, right? But for military families, the summer is also all about moving. It's PCS Season!!! With the help of social media, moving isn't as difficult as it used to be. However, people still have questions, still want to see the area they are moving too, and have questions about schools. Who do we turn too? Millie! Joining us is Kellie Artis from Millie and she is going to share with us today what Millie does and how they help our military families during a stressful time.

Spouse Spouts-Episode 48: No One Likes A Bully Jun 28, 2017

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Today's show is all about bullies. Last week, Susan and Dave talked a little about bullies in the military spouse community and promised to talk more about it. Bullies! UGH!!! They are not fun at all, and they are everywhere. Is bullying getting worse? Does social media help bullies? Think about our military kids too. Our children move more than most of their peers and they experience bullying. So let's talk about it. Let's talk about the bullies in our community and we can stop this issue. Join Susan and Dave every Wednesday at 0930 EST for Spouse Spouts!

Spouse Spouts-Episode 47: Susan is Back! Jun 21, 2017

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Susan is back! She's on the mend slowly but surely and will be recovering from her massive hernia repair for months, but it doesn't matter! Susan is BACK!!! Join Susan and Dave, the orginial dream team of Spouse Spouts today as they talk, surgery, recovery, friendships, family, pain meds, and current events. Hear their stories and laugh hysterically at the shenanigans Susan had while in the hospital. There were many odd things that happened. Susan and Dave are the team behind Spouse Spouts, please join them today at 9:30 EST.

Spouse Spouts-Episode 46: Summer Vacation...Now What Jun 07, 2017

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Susan hit a snag in her recovery which means she won't be back on the show today....sad face. However, Robin Pruitt, 2017 AFI Kentucky NG Spouse of the Year is helping out. So what will Dave and Robin talk about? Summer vacation of course! School is out in most places or will be finished up this week. What do you do with your kids? Summer camps? Join Dave and Robin as they chat about summer fun, vacations with the family, activities for the kids, how to work from home during the summer, and more.

Spouse Spouts-Episode 45: Braless, Unhooked and Unleashed May 31, 2017

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The Braless Podcast: Unhooked and Unleashed is on the show today! Erin Whitehead is filling in for Susan who is still recovering from surgery. Be prepared to unleash the beasts today with Erin and Dave! Wait...you don't know what The Braless Podcast is? Well check this out: http://www.bralesspodcast.com/ and read all about The Braless Podcast and Erin on her website. It's all about having fun, laughing, stepping outside of the military community, and talking about life on Braless and for today, we have that on Spouse Spouts.

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